Urban K-12 SPED Paraprofessional — Make a Difference

GEO Indiana Schools; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GEO Academies in Gary, Indiana seeks a SPED Paraprofessional to support specialized instruction and daily operations in a 10-month role. You will assist teachers, coordinate lessons, maintain discipline, help students with personal hygiene, supervise lunch and recess, and collaborate with general education staff.

Requires associates degree or higher and at least two years' experience with urban children. Join a dedicated team focused on empowering students and aligning with GEO Academies'

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience working with urban children.

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher in coordinating lessons and activities
• Assist teacher in maintaining discipline
• Assist students with personal hygiene
• Provide lunchroom and playground supervision
• Maintain student service logs
• Provide service to students
• Assemble small groups
• Work individually with students
• Collaborate with general education teachers
• Attend all required staff meetings
• Work as a team member
• Attend all professional development opportunities
• Work under the direction of the Resource Teacher
• Other functions assigned by supervisor
• Follow all school policies
• Dress professionally

Education

Associates Degree or higher (32 credit hours or higher)

Job description

GEO Academies in Gary, Indiana seeks a SPED Paraprofessional to support specialized instruction and daily operations in a 10-month role. You will assist teachers, coordinate lessons, maintain discipline, help students with personal hygiene, supervise lunch and recess, and collaborate with general education staff.

Requires associates degree or higher and at least two years' experience with urban children. Join a dedicated team focused on empowering students and aligning with GEO Academies'